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Wisdom by WESA
The Western & English Sales Association (WESA) provides the world’s largest trade events for retailers, manufacturers, and sales representatives of the Equestrian Industry. In this podcast, we feature exclusive interviews and with noteworthy Western/English personalities, retailers, and exhibitors who you’ve always wanted to talk to! Don’t miss out on all the news for manufacturers and retailers of the Equine industry!
Episodes
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA 57: Vintage Collection Design Let's Women Everywhere Be Western
People might not think of New York as the home of a highly successful western fashion company but then, they probably don't know about Vintage Collection…
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA 56: The History of The American Hatmaker Company
Recounting the history and viewing the future of one of the world's most unique hat companies. Listen in... Guests and Links Episode 56: Hosts: Mike Donnell…
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA 55: The Story Behind the Best Ever Pads and the White Family
Ryan White discusses the story behind the success of his American Made, Custom Made saddle pad company. Listen in... Guests and Links Episode 55: Hosts: Mike…
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA 54: Sierra Rae Lewis Western Fashion Influencer and Social Media Manager
Seirra Rae Lewis shares her young professional's perspective as a social media manager and western fashion influencer. Listen in... Guests and Links Episode…
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA 53: High School Employee Returns to Run Kleinschmidt's
Sarah Montgomery talks about working at Kleinschmidt's western store in high school, her career as a commodities trader and her return to Kleinschmidt's as the…
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA 52: James Thompson - 2020 Bill Shackelford Salesperson of the Year
James Thompson discusses his extensive experience selling to the western market and his particular love of public service marketing. Listen in... Guests and…
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA 51: The History And Growth of Flair Strips
First developed by two equine veterinarians in the 1990s and debuted at the 1999 Breeders Cup and the 2000 Olympics, FLAIR Equine Nasal Strips are now used to…
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA 50: The Story About Laura Ingalls Design
Laura Ingalls reviews her career path from fashion merchandising to jewellery design. Listen in... Hosts: Mike Donnell, Kacee Willbanks Colletti, and Sophia…
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA 49: The Story Behind The Success Of Benita Ceceille
Retailers look to Oklahoma for Authentic, High Style Western Fashions. Listen in...
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA 48: Deborah DuPont Tells the Agave Sky Story
Artist Deborah DuPont asked a boot maker to create a custom boot just for her. This led to the development of Agave Sky as a marketer of custom cowhide boots…
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA 47: Amanda Kimes Discusses The Success of the Kimes Ranch Brands
Kimes Ranch is a western clothing line founded in 2009 by Matt and Amanda Kimes who have built the business by combining high quality western wear with a wide…
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA 46: The Unique History of Outback Trading Company
Alexandra King discusses the history of this unique oil cloth clothing line. Listen in...
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA 45: A Century of Hat Making at American Hat Company
American Hat Company's Keith Mundee talks about the past, present and future of this iconic firm. Listen in...
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA 44: The Art Behind XOXO Art & CO
The success of XOXO Art & Co shows what three educators can do outside the classroom when they put their minds to it. Listen in...
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA 43: The Story Behind Equibrand
From it's beginning as a manufacturer of machine produced team roping ropes, Equibrand has expanded into a full line provider of products for the horse owner.
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA 42: Morris Kaye and Son's Nine Decades In The Fur Business
Joel Kaye discusses his family's history in the fur business and its current plans.
Wisdom by WESAWESA Special: Coronavirus Roundtable Discussion
WESA and the Horse Radio Network sponsor a roundtable discussion on the current unprecedented situation with industry professionals who are going through what…
Wisdom by WESAHamilton, Ohio's Cox Saddlery Now Led By Third Generation
Debbie Earls discusses the progress of the retail store founded by her grandfather.
Wisdom by WESA40: 20 Years of Jewelry Design With Paige Wallace
Texas Jewelry designer Paige Wallace talks about her 20 years in the business.
Wisdom by WESA39: COWBOYS TOO! Breaks New Retail Ground In Belle Fourche
George Wilson talks about designing and building a brand new facility for his COWBOYS TOO! store in Belle Fourche and about the role of video and social media…
Wisdom by WESA38: Booma Rein = No More Lost Reins
Molly Dickinson discusses how and why she invented the Booma Rein and the positive reaction she has had among riders. Listen in...
Wisdom by WESAInterviews from the January WESA Trade Show
Glenn and Jennifer bring you a bunch of vendor interviews from the January WESA market. We think you will like the fascinating people and excited products we…
Wisdom by WESA36: Affliction, American Fighter and The Western Lifestyle
Mike Sims discusses the matching philosophy of the western lifestyle with the highly popular Affliction and American Fighter brands. Listen in...
Wisdom by WESA35: Zero Egg Count - An Effective Way to Detect Equine Parasites
Tim Davis, founder of Zero Egg Count discusses the origin of the company's approach to developing a mail-in, egg counting testing kit process to identify…
Wisdom by WESA34: Introducing a Brand New Rubber Work/Riding Boot
Eric Von Deylen describes the unique, rubber work/riding boot his firm designed. Listen in...
Wisdom by WESA33: Ashley Alderson, Founder of Boutique Hub
Former Miss Rodeo America, Ashley Alderson, joins the podcast to talk about the unique role that her business, The Boutique Hub, plays in the western fashion…
Wisdom by WESA32: Meet Western Lifestyle Personality Ali Dee
Wisdom by Wesa chats with Ali Dee, western fashion designer as well as a singer, song writer and TV host. Listen in...
Wisdom by WESA31: How an East Coast Kid Built Double Diamond Halter Company
Pete Melniker talks about seeing a rope halter in Cow Camp and using the idea to build a leading tack company. Listen in...
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA 30 WESA Wrangler and Influencer Whitney Benton
Whitney Benton talks about the role of influencers in the western fashion world and about her relationship with WESA.
Wisdom by WESA29: Tim "Woody" Harwood, WESA's 2020 Bill Shackelford Salesperson of the Year
What's required for western wear sales success in today's market? We ask "Woody" Harwood, who was recently named with WESA's 2020 Bill Shackelford Sales Person…
Wisdom by WESA28: Dan Scully Shares the Colorful History of Scully Leather Company
Dan Scully, president of the widely-recognized leather goods company, Scully Leather Company, chats about its role in history making events, its products, and…
Wisdom by WESA27: Roland and Lane Mizrahi Talk About Sidran, Inc. and WESA's Future Move
Roland Mizrahi's father founded Sidran in the 1930's as a manufacturer of custom western clothing. Today, he is joined by his son, Lane, to discuss the firm's…
Wisdom by WESA26: Innovative Outwear for the Modern Equestrian
We chat with the founders of Redingote Equestrian regarding the unique new riding garments they have introduced as well as the origin of the company's name…
Wisdom by WESANew Products from WESA
Special new equine product episode from the Western English Sales Association trade show in Denver. Glenn and Jenn find a bunch of new products and new…
Wisdom by WESA24: Learning more about The Pony Club
United States Pony Club President, Ben Duke, talks about the many opportunities the organization provides to the equestrian youth and its plans for the future…
Wisdom by WESA23: Pat Dahnke Discusses her Company "Designs By Pat"
One of WESA's Fashion Show favorites, Pat Dahnke, shares her story of her 50 year-old successful business. Listen in...
Wisdom by WESA22: The Unique Story Behind Majyk Equipe Horse Products
Mike Sirjani leveraged a background producing athletic shoes and marketing name brand consumer products to create a brand new line of protective horse boots…
Wisdom by WESA#21: Influence of Scofield's Spectrum Saddle Shop and Galloways Farm
Ellie Scofield chats with us about the broader purpose she and her husband have for their successful equestrian shop and horse training facility in South…
Wisdom by WESA#20: Backroads Boss Lady, The Story of Jessie Roberts and Cheeky's
Jesse Roberts, founder of Cheeky's, chats about how her retail brand caught on, her business boomed and about her new book Backroads Boss Lady which gives a…
Wisdom by WESABridging the Gap Between Western and English Markets, a Success Story #19
Sonya Bengali and Katie McGraw from Riding Warehouse in California chat about the retailer's ability to serve the English and Western markets and its creative…
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA – Way out West with a Modern Twist in Calgary
Ep. 18 We visit Calgary to talk with Ingrid Schultz about her decision to open a unique western wear store and launch a series of western experience workshops…
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA – Christian Hearts, Hard-Working Hands, and a Love for the Old Wild West
Ep. 17 We chat with new WESA president Jay Phillips and with Sara Jo Otto, founder of the hot new western clothing line, Coyote Cowgirl. Listen in...
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA #16 – Western Border’s Western Wear for Infants and Toddlers is Taking Off
Caroline Riepler talks about her Western Border brand, “Made in America,” western wear for the small cowboys and cowgirls. Listen in…
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA #15 - New Products of the January WESA Market
Glenn (founder of the Horse Radio Network) stops by the January WESA market to find some new products. Listen in as he chats with 15 different companies and…
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA #14 - PFI Western Wear Wins the WESA Top Hand Award and One Contest Generated 1 Million Entries
We feature an interview with Randy Little--one of the founders of PFI Western Wear, which was recently awarded the WESA Top Hand Award. Tune in...
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA #13 - Annie Oakley and Fragrance?
What does Annie Oakley, the famous female sharp shooter of the West, and Annie Oakley, fragrance and more, have in common? Tune in to find out!
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA #12 - Handmade, Manmade
We speak with Ryan Vaughan about what makes Rios of Mercedes (as well as its retail-only business model) so unique. Listen in...
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA #11 - Mobile Retail Business
Matching business models to market needs. Listen in...
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA #10 - Fun From The Ground Up
Style and trends aren't just for the rider, and it's more than fun tack, too. In this episode, we speak to the owners of Horse Hoofies, who took a horse's…
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA #9 - The Most Comfortable Handcrafted Footwear
Twisted X builds quality footwear focused on comfort and innovation. Where two paths cross, there lies an X. Listen in...
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA #8 - Professionals
In this episode, we speak with Sophia about the 2018 September post show report, and we chat with the General Manager of Professional's Choice, Monty Crist…
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA #7 - WESA is Moving Forward and Moving to Dallas!
After extensive research, WESA's biannual International Western/English Apparel & Equipment Markets find a new home at Dallas Market Center! Listen in...
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA #6 - Big Announcement and New WESA Exhibitor Highlight
A big announcement from the President of the Western & English Sales Association (WESA) and we introduce you to Meegan Robinette of Mackey Equine Accessories…
Wisdom by WESAWisdom by WESA #5 - One of the “Top 100 People to Know" Terri Lynn Calhoun
How to win fun prizes at the WESA September Market and we speak with Terri Lynn Calhoun from Rafter T Ranch about her start in the fashion tack business and…
Wisdom by WESAEven though you’ve been bucked, kicked, bit & stomped… NEVER GIVE UP - Wisdom by WESA #4
Lisa Bollin, CEO and Director of Design for Cowgirl Tuff, shares her story that began with a line of jeans for cowgirls has now expanded into a full line of…